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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 2, 2018
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    Pests include aphids, cabbage worms and the harlequin bug. Aphids are usually small, brown bugs that gather on the underside of the plant's leaves.
    Cleaning the collards with a strong spray of water can help and you can also spray with a homemade soap spray.
    These links have more information.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/greens/growing-collard-greens.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/homemade-soap-spray.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    September 3, 2018
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    To get a fall harvest, you will want to plant about 8 weeks before the first frost. Now would be a good time to get a crop in before it gets too cool.

    This article will give you more information about the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/greens/growing-collard-greens.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    November 3, 2018
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    They will be safe to eat, but I will need photos to confirm whether this was caused by insect or fungal infection. It can be difficult to stop the holes without knowing exactly what caused them. A photo can help me to see signs that will give me a better idea of what it going on.

    In the meantime, this article will help you with their care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/greens/growing-collard-greens.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    February 10, 2019
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    I don't usually recommend specific products, but in this case I will, because I know it works. FoxFarm makes a product called Force of Nature Miticide. It is a very broad spectrum, very effective, organic treatment that comes in ready to use spray, or concentrate. Persistence is key, so keep spraying once per week or so, or after a rain, like we are getting today (I am also in TN).

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    BushDoctor on
    May 20, 2019
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    We have just the article for you! Read this article for information on how to use this in the garden: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/epsom-salt-gardening.htm

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    GKH_Susan on
    March 10, 2020
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    The container size will be just fine. What I would do is use a mix of potting soil and compost. This will supply the nutrients as well as provide the light soil for it to grow its best. This will cut the need to feed it, as you can just add more compost if it needs a boost later.

    https://blog.gardeningknowhow.com/guest-bloggers/john-jeavons-tree-collards/

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